2012 Renault Megane vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, both 2012 Renault Megane and 2012 BMW X1 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Megane | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Megane | X1 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
